Shanghai Disneyland opened June 16, 2016, as Disney's second theme park in China (after Hong Kong Disneyland) and fourth theme park resort outside the United States. Disney owns 43 percent of the park, with the remainder held by the Shanghai government, through a holding company. The park features Disney's largest theme park castle and an 11-acre "Gardens of Inspiration" at the hub of the park, in front of that castle. Read Laurie Niles' two-part trip report.
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Tron Lightcycle Power Run
A 3,169-foot, 59-mph Vekoma launch coaster that takes riders into "The Grid" from the Tron films. Height requirement: 48 inches
Soaring Over the Horizon
Shanghai's installtion of the "Soarin' Around the World" flying theater shows. Located in Adventure Isle. Height requirement: 40 inches
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
"Snow White"-themed family roller coaster, located in Fantasyland. Height requirement: 38 inches
Eye of the Storm - Captain Jack's Stunt Spectacular
A Pirates-themed live stunt show in Treasure Cove
Other attractions around the park include:
Mickey Avenue
Mickey's Storybook Adventure: Live stage show
Gardens of Imagination
Dumbo the Flying Elephant
Fantasia Carousel
Illuminate! A Nighttime Celebration: Shanghai Disneyland's nighttime spectacular
Adventure Isle
Camp Discovery: Themed play area
Roaring Rapids: River rapids ride. Height requirement: 42 inches
Treasure Cove
Explorer Canoes
Shipwreck Shore: Splash play area
Siren's Revenge: Pirate ship play area
Fantasyland
Alice in Wonderland Maze
Hunny Pot Spin
Frozen - A Sing-Along Celebration: Live musical show
Once Upon a Time Adventure: Interactive show
Peter Pan's Flight: Dark ride
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh: Dark ride
Voyage to the Crystal Grotto: Boat ride through and around Shanghai's Enchanted Storybook Castle
Toy Story Land
Rex's Racers: Intamin surfrider halfpipe coaster
Slinky Dog Spin: Caterpillar ride
Woody's Round-Up: Spinner
Tomorrowland
Avengers Training Initiative: Interactive stage show
Buzz Lightyear Planet Rescue: Interactive dark ride
Jet Packs: Spinner
Stitch Encounter: Interactive show
Where to Eat
Restaurants in Shanghai Disneyland include Il Paparino, Remy's Patisserie, and Mickey and Pals Market Cafe on Mickey Avenue; Wandering Moon Teahouse in Gardens of Imagination; Barbossa's Bounty in Treasure Cove; A Celebration of Duffy and Friends at Tribal Table in Adventure Isle; Stargazer Grill in Tomorrowland; and Pinocchio's Village Kitchen, Tangled Tree Tavern, the Royal Banquet Hall character meal in Fantasyland.
Map
The Shanghai Disney Resort is located about 30 minutes from Shanghai Pudong International Airport. By rail, take Metro Line 11 to Terminal Station Disney Resort and walk through the Disneytown shopping and entertainment district to the park.
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